Swarm season has arrived

Posted by on May 19, 2010 in Beeyard, Swarm removal | 0 comments It’s been a busy day in these parts. First, the scheduled bit: I headed over to Simcoe to check on a split that Greg made on Monday and to split the other hive. All is well. One hive is still defensive and grumpy, but I made the split tonight with zero problems. I wasn’t wearing gloves and could very well have done it without the veil and suit. They’re amazing, these bees and...
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